Visa Information: Papua New Guinea & Australia

Whether you’re planning to work, study, or travel, it’s important to understand the visa requirements for both Papua New Guinea and Australia. Below is a quick guide to help you get started:

Papua New Guinea Visa Information

If you’re visiting or moving to PNG, you may need a visa depending on your nationality and purpose of visit.

Common PNG Visa Types:

  • Visitor Visa – For tourism or visiting family/friends (usually valid for 30 or 60 days)

  • Business Visa – For short business-related visits (e.g. meetings, conferences)

  • Employment Visa – Required if you’re taking up a job in PNG

  • Student Visa – For those studying at a PNG educational institution

How to Apply:

  • Most PNG visas can be applied for through the PNG Immigration & Citizenship Authority (ICA) website.

  • Some nationalities are eligible for a Visa on Arrival or e-Visa.

🔗 Visit PNG ICA Website for more information and online applications.

Australian Visa Information

If you’re from PNG and want to work, study, or visit Australia, you’ll need to apply for the correct visa through the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

Common Australian Visa Types for PNG Citizens:

  • Visitor Visa (subclass 600) – For holidays, short business trips, or visiting family

  • Student Visa (subclass 500) – For full-time study in Australia

  • Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (subclass 482) – For skilled workers sponsored by an Australian employer

  • Working Holiday Visa (subclass 462) – Available to PNG citizens under specific agreements

  • Permanent Migration Visas – For family reunification, skilled migration, or humanitarian pathways

How to Apply:

  • Applications are submitted online via the ImmiAccount portal.

  • You’ll need a valid passport, supporting documents, and in some cases, a health check or police clearance.

🔗 Visit the Australian Immigration Website

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